Accountant

Northrop Grumman’s Financial Shared Services team is looking for an Accountant (Level 02), reporting to the Manager of Financial Assurance. This role will be located in Irving, Texas and will have an in-person requirement of a minimum of two days a week.

Core Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of imputed income & proxy schedules and reports

• Apply principles of accounting to analyze financial information from multiple organizations including, but not limited to, payroll, timekeeping, travel accounting, accounts payable, security, and transportation

• Adherence to and communication of accounting, regulatory and auditing policies and procedures

• Interact with senior internal/external personnel on matters often requiring coordination between organizations

• Communicate regularly with the Imputed/Proxy team leader and key stakeholders

• Support ongoing SOX controls efforts managed within the Financial Assurance team

Success in this role will depend on the following characteristics:

• Ability to handle sensitive information with the highest level of discretion

• Strong analytical, communication, and creative problem-solving skill

• Commitment to results, leadership, teamwork, and strong interpersonal skills

• Ability to develop solutions to a variety of problems of moderate scope and complexity

• Desire to receive constructive feedback; work will be reviewed for soundness of judgment, adequacy & accuracy

• Ability to communicate effectively and to clearly present technical approaches and findings

• Excellent time management skills, ability to meet deadlines, and work in a fast-paced environment

• Demonstrated ability of working with multiple levels of management/stakeholders and effectively communicating information to all levels of the organization

• Self‑motivated team player who collaborates effectively with colleagues and external partners

Basic Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting, or related field of study with a minimum of two years professional, relevant experience or one year of professional, relevant experience with a Master’s degree

• Demonstrated experience, knowledge and understanding of basic accounting principles; process analysis and evaluation; and strategies for gathering, reviewing and analyzing data requirements

• Experience with ERPs (SAP, PeopleSoft, Oracle)

• Proficiency using MS Suite Tools including Word, Excel, Access & PowerPoint

Preferred Qualifications:

• Demonstrated expertise in imputed‑income and proxy regulations, with reporting and compliance experience

• Proven proficiency in SAP ERP and Concur expense‑management systems

Job Category: Business Management